onsen
Volcanic bathing pool
An onsen is a Japanese hot spring bath, typically fed by naturally heated volcanic water rich in minerals.
These communal bathing facilities are central to Japanese culture, offering both relaxation and supposed health benefits.
Visitors usually bathe nude after thoroughly washing beforehand, following strict etiquette about cleanliness and quiet behavior.
We soaked in the outdoor onsen while snow fell around us.
Traditional Japanese guest house
Of fiery mountain origin
- hydrothermalHot water underground
- sulfurYellow combustible element
- geyserErupting thermal vent
- fumaroleVolcanic gas vent
steam · mineral-rich · geothermal · magma · tectonic · caldera · sulfurous · alkaline
Saturate with liquid
State of being unwound
- rejuvenationRestoration of youthful vigor
- healingRestoration of health
- therapeuticPromoting healing or wellness
- healthCondition of body, mind
therapy · meditation · tranquility · serenity · restoration · detoxification · circulation · stress-relief
ryokan
Traditional Japanese guest house
volcanic
Of fiery mountain origin
- hydrothermalHot water underground
- sulfurYellow combustible element
- geyserErupting thermal vent
fumarole · steam · mineral-rich · geothermal · magma · tectonic · caldera · sulfurous · alkaline · acidic
soak
Saturate with liquid
relaxation
State of being unwound
- rejuvenationRestoration of youthful vigor
- healingRestoration of health
- therapeuticPromoting healing or wellness
health · therapy · meditation · tranquility · serenity · restoration · detoxification · circulation · stress-relief · holistic
resort
Place for getaways
overnight · booking · seasonal · mountain · riverside · coastal · rural · secluded · luxury · traditional
onsenswimming pool
Basin for aquatic recreation
jacuzzi · hot tub · bathtub · heated pool · indoor pool